 Welcome to the Council on Forensic Sciences
The Council on Forensic Sciences (CFS) is a
not-for-profit organization which holds Council status within
the American Chiropractic Association. The CFS provides
graduate and postdoctoral needs-based educational activities
in forensic sciences for forensic examiners.
The ACA Council on Forensic Sciences offers education in
forensic sciences for those interested in the field of
forensics (application of medical facts to legal issues and/or
proceedings). This includes such topics as disability
determination systems or programs, impairment rating systems,
independent medical examinations (IMEs), functional (work)
capacity and physical assessment (Federal) systems, return to
work and fitness for duty (DOT) assessment, fraud and abuse
investigation, compliance issues, post payment audits, ethics
issues, documentation formulation, informed consent and/or
expert witness activities.
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Mark your Calendars
CFS Annual Educational meeting
October 4-6, 2012
Marriott Oak Brook Hills Resort
Oak Brook Hills, IL
Click here for previous
program details
Student Memberships
Due to popular demand, the Council on Forensic
Sciences has created a unique opportunity for Student
ACA (SACA) members interested in the field of forensic
sciences. *FREE* CFS student membership is contingent
upon current student membership in the American
Chiropractic Association.
Questions about your student membership?
Contact your local SACA representative or the ACA at
www.ACAtoday.com |
Training Programs
Council on Forensic
Sciences offers education in forensic sciences for
forensic examiners. This includes such topics as
impairment rating systems independent medical
examinations fraud and abuse articles discussing
functional (work) capacity and physical assessment.
The Council on Forensic Sciences offers live and online
education classes that apply toward forensic diplomate
requirements.
Session 21
click here for details
*Impairment rating*
AMA Guides 6th edition
click here for details. Online non-diplomate classes are offered which may be
eligible for CEU credit in your state. For CEU forensic programs, visit
CHIROCREDIT.COM
If your organization would like a local live program
offered then contact Dr. Warren Jahn at
drwjahn@ix.netcom.com or 770-740-1999. |
AMA Guides 6th Edition
Council on
Forensic Sciences offers education in forensic sciences
for forensic examiners. This includes such topics as
impairment rating systems independent medical
examinations fraud and abuse articles discussing
functional (work) capacity and physical assessment.
Corrections and Clarifications 6th edition
click here for pdf.
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Council on Forensic Sciences Mission
The Council on Forensic Sciences (CFS) establishes and promotes
educational and training parameters, improves skill sets and encourages
collaboration in the practice of forensics (application of medical facts to
legal issues and/or proceedings).
The CFS provides graduate and postdoctoral needs-based and
evidenced-influenced educational activities, training, tools and technology
recommendations to meet the current and future needs of the forensic
examiner in the fields of disability determination systems or programs,
impairment rating systems, independent medical examinations (IMEs),
functional (work) capacity and physical assessment (Federal) systems,
return to work and fitness for duty (DOT) assessment, fraud and abuse
investigation, compliance issues, post payment audits, ethics issues,
documentation formulation, informed consent and/or expert witness
activities.
This mission is accomplished by promoting high standards in professional
ethics and quality of examination and by carrying out a dynamic strategic
plan to help ensure the professional growth and success of Doctors of
Chiropractic and other professionals. |
